Oops, Axle and Ball Joint Replacement - EricTheCarGuy
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- Опубліковано 22 лис 2009
- Oops, Axle and Ball Joint Replacement
Sorry I missed you last week, I had this video half done and didn't get a chance to finish. Well we have our 1990 Accord again, I'm getting some mileage out of this one but I don't mind cause there are still quite a few of these on the road and a few of you have claimed ownership to one of these 4th generation Accords, so enjoy. A couple of things to note, I could do a video on taking out the wishbone bolt alone, I've run into a few problems here such as a rusted bolt that won't come out of it's bushing as one example, perhaps future videos will show how to overcome this problem. I thought this one went together well despite the fact that you might be getting sick of Honda Accords, I still have more from other makes that I haven't edited or posted yet. I have more to this video as well that may show up in DVD form at one point, UA-cam only gives me 10min to work with but I think that is enough to get you started and not lose interest.
Perhaps you could help by submitting questions in the form of text responses or what I would really like is a video response to something I've put out there, that would be great.
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Thanks, Eric. This video is 5 years old, and it's still helping people - like me!
Eric is the honda GOAT!
Now it’s 14 years old and helping me lol 😉
@@saucyg407 Wow, and now it is helping me and my shitty skank ass 91 Hondi
I think that your voice-over approach to narrating your videos is much more effective in getting your message across than the unscripted method. I enjoy watching your tutorials and find them a great source of D.I.Y. information. Thank you for all your effort.
Finbar Golden I agree totally with your comment!!! He is a surgent with car repair.
Agreed. Also, he needs to be more subtle with his humor. He gets a bit goofy at times.
Video is 13 years old and still helping!!! Thank you, Eric!
I have been watching many different UA-cam channels of different mechanics. Recently I came across this channel. I find it the most useful for me. I like the honest advice that Eric gives. He also explains everything step by step. I also appreciate the filming from different angles, that allows us to see every single bolt and nut removed and different tools used for it. Fantastic. Thanks Eric.
This is a perfect example of why any guy doing this sort of work in the home garage NEEDS and impact wrench.
Thanks Eric
soo true lol agree
***** right on! I have an air wrench but also a electric craftsman impact. There have only been a few fasteners that thing couldn't spin off. Sometimes I need heat but it is awesome.
Cordless is so convenient!
+adventureoflinkmk2 The airtool are still usually more powerfull. BUT they get way better since a few years! Like my cordless impact do 300lbft, which is in the airtool range.
You should give the Ingersoll-Rand 20v w7150 a shot. I busted a rusted Honda pilot crankshaft bolt with one try. That thing is barbaric. It will rival any air impact out there.
my milwalkee does 700 lb/ft torque
Eric, I love you! Everytime I need to know something about my car, I look for you. Thank you,
lpt55
You did a great job , explained and practically showed part by part, how to replace axle & ball joint like a teacher. Its a privilege for the people ,who have seen the Video Clip, now know the things which parts are to be replaced/repair the method when the suspension/s Worn out, before sending the Vehicle for Repair/Fix up .
just got my both axles changed on Honda accord1998 thanks to your videos. I'm not a mechanic, I'm a chef. it was easy enough only driver side axle given me a little trouble, it was hard to reach.no more clicking sound when making a left or right turn. both boots were gone. got 130000 miles on it. thanks Eric. now I got a little axle grease under my nails gives marinara sauce a new twist.
1:53 "Doink!!" LOL Eric is a Bad ASS!! Keep doing what your doing!! Im learning alot of techniques from u Joshua F. Alpine Imports Norman, Ok
@1:54 Awwwwwe SWEET! 😆
great vid Eric!!!! im a girl and ive learned how to work on my honda civic watching ur vids , thank you
And I'd love to meet some girl who do this, it's rare and amazing
Woot! That's 🔥 hope to see your kind of species thrive and multiply
That's music to my ears. All daughters should have a mom like you.
Wow that's awesome stuff girl good to see women getting down and dirty taking care of their cars, word up👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿
I'm interested in if you're still turning wrenches 3 years later??? I've learned thru trial and error, a LOT of cussing, a couple broken bones and a whole new appreciation and understanding for cars and how they operate. I've broken tools, gained new ones and equipment and learned that I can't stand the smell of gear oil lmao (my car's a manual, getting ready to replace the clutch, rear main seal and a number of other things 😉.) Respect 🙌 I wish I could fall in with females that know how to do this kinda shit, ENJOYS IT and isn't afraid to get filthy in the process. I mean that with the utmost respect; I'm NOT hitting on you lmao I'm straight and staying that way!! Do you run into that bullshit too?? Women can't work on cars without being lesbian (nothing wrong with it, just not for me) or getting the cliché "that's so hot" garbage. How about no, it's not... it's dirty, frustrating, painful and difficult.... but very, very rewarding when you look at what you accomplished on your own and don't need anyone to help you when something inevitably happens!! Hope you're still at it, we need more Women in this line of work!!!
@blu3ang3l08 I can say that it's a lot more fun making these videos than it was working on cars everyday for a living. Thanks for your comment.
@alexroufs Shake the wheels like I show in the video, top bottom, left right, if you see or feel anything loose that is what to address. I also have a similar video on steering linkage for a Jeep Cherokee that might interest you. Thanks for the comment.
eric your a fucking beast. you make shit look so easy.
You're really really clear and understandable. Great stuff sir.
@PoolPlayrChick Oh I wouldn't go there, perhaps you should watch some of my other videos as there are plenty of screw ups and unexpected occurrences. Actually in many ways that Teg is easier to work on than this Accord cause the parts are smaller and lighter. I love those cars BTW, I've owned 5. Thanks for the comment.
I gotta hand it to you Eric. You are the 'Guy' that I would take my car to each time when servicing is needed. Additionally, you are that 'guy' that I'd prefer to hang out with. You make your repair videos look so easy to those of us who aren't that mechanically inclined. Plus I learn something new every time I watch yet another of your repair videos. As always Eric, thanks for posting!! The very best to you!
I've had to do ball joints, tie rod ends and even complete control arm replacements on the side of the road for people before. It's not fun.
Nice!!!
@kenman1717 Don't have a ball joint press, the reason I didn't use one. I haven't had issue with these cars hammering them in in the past but it's always nice to use the right tools whenever possible. Thanks for the comment.
Thanx for all your vids Eric, the same thing happened to my 97 4runner. Broke the lower ball joint, upper ball joint, and tir rod end. Went to a salvage yard bought the entire right suspension assembly and changed out the parts, but I discovered the problem began with severely worn sway bar bushings and end links. Replaced everything fairly easily. Watching ur vids along with others gave me the confidence to do it myself.
Not too expensive of a repair, you just gotta shop around for a reliable shop that takes into account the core of the old cv on your bill and doesn't charge you an arm and a leg for labor.
On my 2004 Subaru Outback, it cost me $450 to get both lower ball joints changed, as well as both my front cv axles. (Central Michigan location)
here in Atlanta its $100-120 for a labor hour
Yeah.... You still would've saved yourself at least $300 by doing it yourself. If you only pay for parts and do the labor yourself than
sure, you'll come out the other side sweaty and dirty, but you'll still have saved yourself sometimes an assload of money in the process. I get that it's not for everyone though.
Sometimes I miss my honda. Fixing other stuff never goes as smoothly.
Edit: a week later I'm changing 40 year old ball joints on an old GM. This sucks. (also replacing control arm bushings). Although your video gives me hope for being able to do it with a hammer. Don't see why I should go buy a press.
It don't get much easier than those old chevys. All you needed was a forked ball joint separator and a ball-peen hammer......
***** After 40 years of corrosion it took a pickle fork and 3 hours of pounding with a 20lb sledge. But you're right, I shudder to think of working on a honda with 45 years on it.
*****
LOL. True that. Most modern cars these days are pretty much like disposable razors. Use em till there done and to the scrapyard they go.....
Jesus Christ man. 40 years? That's absolutely insane. Might as well be rusted solid by that point.
Eric, I can't thank you enough for your videos. I bought my brother a 96 accord and I'm fixing it up for him before he comes and picks it up. I had to do brakes, you covered it. I had to replace the axles, you covered it. I had oil in the spark plugs, you covered it!!!!! Outstanding and thanks again.
@GorgonTheMagicMan Yea, that is the preferred method. There was a time where I just replaced the bad joint but to be honest it's actually cheeper to replace the axle these days. Thanks for your comment.
"I want to get rid of the rubber first." ..... That's what she said
Holy shit that dude's tire is fucked up.
@2rip00 That sounds like a good idea but it's really not much different from what I showed at the end of this video, shake the wheel and look for loose stuff. I'll work on your suggestion. Thanks for the comment.
@eisman07 With the upper ball joints you just replace the entire upper control arm as it's not only easier but it also gives you new inner bushings which are nice to have in addition to a new ball joint. Thanks for the comment.
according to tire condition, driver is kamikaze
😂😂😂
No, driver was just a dumbass that was totally ignoring the loud ass metallic clicking that comes with a CV Axle going bad. Definitely doesn't help that a car won't want to turn in that condition anyway.
It's not Kamikazee. It's Comic-kaze.
Holy crap you have 5 million clutch alignment thingies.
Did you think that they were to be installed permanently?
Rýán Túçk huh?
@SPAGHETTIMONSTER1 I do have a couple more on this subject. Thanks for the comment.
Thank you for making all these videos, your videos are easier to follow than any others I've watched and I've learned a ton from videos of yours, and been able do so many repairs over the years.
you kinda know this customer is not going to spend money.
I used to put the ball joint in the freezer, the get in far easyer
François D That isn't a smart thing to do as it makes the boot on the balljoint brittle and prone to cracking prematurely.
Really? Feel bad for people living in freezing temperatures then. Boots failing right and left I would guess.
Ohh crap!! I live in Michigan I'm in trouble its going to be very brittle
@jvmopar Jack stands were used in this video when possible. Thanks for the comment.
I've always used a "C" clamp or shop press for Ball joints and bushings. I never considered using an air hammer. Always learning something new when I watch your vids. Thanks!
Why am I watching this? lol Good job though.
Because he speaks well...100% attributed to his success, even more his ability to explain his knowledge in a way all can understand. I've completely serviced my 6speed MT Acura TL. About 3k worth of parts. In 2 months To a racing machine all with assistance from Eric's videos. Im not a mechanic either. 😳🤯😏😁. Eric The Car Guy is the shit! Mechanically speaking 😂😂✌🏽
@@ytmaxxammo8591 nice bro, that's hell of a work for someone who's not a mechanic
@@RokerSMisisipi Thanks brotha. All the props to Eric however! Without this guy, I wouldn't of known where to even start! Lol
*this is classic ETCG*
CR2504life
Too bad he is too good to get dirty anymore.
@sakumisan Sorry but it won't happen anytime soon as I'm editing and shooting other video right now sorry. It's not that difficult in fact you can use many of the techniques shown in this video to get the job done. Good luck.
If anyone feels that where you attach the wishbone needs to be in a neutral (on the ground) position here's what you do: Just use you jack under the lower control arm to bring it up to neutral. That bolt is much easier to tighten this way rather than when it's on the ground, that is, for guys like me who don't have a lift. Great video!
I don't agree with not doing things properly because you think the car is junk attitude. If you took the car in, then you should have done everything with care and the best of your ability.
+Thor Mcgee He never said he was done with the car. He just needed it back together far enough so that it could roll inside the shop.
Ever hear of a torque wrench?
fabio40 NO! just finish jobs
***** You can't finish the job with a torque wrench?! Whatever buddy.
techs with experience now their torque, meaning how tight they gotta go with their air tools.
But he's giving advice to amateurs..
torqued to spec or tightened until it won't move anymore either way tight is tight lol
@hotshot172 I love it when things work out, thanks for the comment.
I love some of the old ericthecarguy videos. Ten years ago wow and still watching
@MrDieselBob The rule is "hit what it goes through", well done. Thanks for the comment.
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Having the correct tools makes these job way easy and fun. An impact gun and a nice 5lb hammer!
@Ampyxx I try not to take myself too seriously, thanks for the comment.
@TheKarmen08 Glad you liked it, thank YOU for the great comment I really appreciate it.
Your videos have been a great help Eric. You take the time to explain things, and the reasoning behind it. Keep up the great work, Mike in Canada
@EarlRausch Thanks for the comment and the sub, I really appreciate it.
@CorvairFlier I really do think I have what I need to make the video and I think a lot of viewers would like to see it. I'll see what I can do, thanks for the suggestion.
@96HondaEX5Speed Yes some you can pass through, some you can not, also sometimes you can't get the wishbone bolt out so you need to do it that way or remove the inner joint. Thanks for the comment.
this video just saved me a ton of cash from a repair shop trying to rip me off. eric the car guy is the man.
I commend your work man...you make it look so easy and anyone who's ever worked on a car even once in the rust belt of the country knows easy is usually never the case. Thanks for the helpful vids
Replacing Lower Control Arms due to shot bushings > Replace lower ball joints because boots were ruptured > Replace Upper control arms because mounting bolt was torqued and bushings worn > Drivers side CV Axle replacement due to torn boot. Fortunately the axle replacement isn't that big of a deal since I've completely disassembled the front suspension (minus the shocks/springs). Thanks for the video for the axle replacement, sir!
@bongborin No, watch the disc brake replacement video that I did as I cover that procedure, you may also want to watch the rotor screw removal video.
@PrRican973 I've been working on cars since I was 15, the details of my work experience are on the 'about' page of my website.
@Zekedead Thanks, I like to entertain when I can.
@gbmmben Your most welcome, thanks very much for your comment.
@MrLIFEISTOOSHORT Look for the video on changing CV boots. Thanks for your comment.
i love you! your information is FABulous!!!! as a woman who likes makeup and dresses but doesn't mind getting dirty, i must tell you that you help me understand how my car works and your videos have helped me become a more informed and independent woman! this is one girly~girl that will not be taken advantage of in the car repair shop! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! i heart ERIC!
@raindrop132 Glad you liked it, thanks for the comment.
@JohnMc52 Glad you liked it, thanks for the comment.
@adspof I started out as a shade tree myself so that puts me in your corner. Good luck with those joints and thanks for your comment.
@marsL001 Glad you liked it, thanks for the comment.
@4evamickie Glad to help, thanks for the comment.
@vividman100 My favorite thing to do, save people money. Thanks for the comment.
Thanks for making things interesting Eric. I'm replacing the ball joint, axle, and brakes on my '99 Honda Accord and wanted to say your videos are really helpful. Keep it up!
That exact same thing happened to my sons 01 Accord. Lower ball joint and axle popped out the day before it was going to the shop to replace the balljoint 🤦♂️. Thanks for the vid and this helped me so doing this on my driveway
Happened to me today. Same issue. A day before I was going to the mechanic... I wonder if the loose balljoint puts a lot of stress on the cv axle ... ?
"Hit what it goes thru", Girth & Gravity. And the piece DeResistance, at 5:53, "You may not be so lucky". Eric you make it look so easy. Great video, thanks again.
@southernjags That's not always the case in my experience, I've had bad wheel bearings that didn't have any play at all and were bad and I've had wheels feel like they were about to fall off from bad bearings that didn't make ANY noise. You really have to take your time and diagnose a problem like that properly. Thanks for the comment and suggestion.
thanks again...did it today..was able to do everything without disconnecting the wishbone...even still took me twice as long as you! couldn't have done it without you!!!
@raindrop132 I'm going to cover emissions after I finish the electrical series as I feel it's important to cover the operation of electronics before emissions, I do plan to go there however.
@Maxximum44 Glad I could help, thanks for the comment.
@PONYBOYRUBIO Glad to be of service, thanks for the comment.
@jcha I'm happy to help, thanks for the comment.
No, Eric is the MANNNNNNNNN when it comes to maintenance.
@trunk516 The axle didn't "snap" it just came apart when it was overextended when the lower ball joint broke. Nope, not a female driver either. The tire wear is most likely due to the alignment issues caused by the loose suspension parts and a lack of rotation. Thanks for your comment.
@galaeron554 Indeed you can and that does work. Thanks for the comment.
@travis112jm1 Glad you like them, thanks for the comment.
@elloco529 Your most welcome, thanks for the comment.
@tommychevytommy LOL, I like that, I like that a lot. Thanks for your comment.
Just re-watched this oldy ! You have come a long way Eric !!
@Taxminia0311 Good point but in all the years I've been working as a mechanic I really haven't known many people to do what they should and I've known others that go too far in the other directions. It's just the human condition I guess. Some states have a mandatory inspection to help deal with things like this. Thanks for your comment.
@JohnzCarz If you are referring to when I hit the axle through the hub the reason is because the ball part of the hammer will actually fit into the hole in the hub whereas the flat end will not. Other than that use the flat end by all means.
@kidcool1977 Glad you like them, thanks for the comment.
Eric the car guy-thanks for sharing your knowledge -your videos are so helpful.
@moolieboy I think I will, thanks for the comment.
It's now 2o18. Last Saturday, my Accord CL7 (aka Acura TSX in the US) decided my lower ball joint had to go. My shoulder and neck isn't a big fan of lower ball joints no more, but I'm glad it happened in ~30km/h (which was hard enough of a hit, believe me) - This gave me a WHOLE new level of respect for maintanance to say the least.
@jamisgood21 Thank you very much for that comment I really appreciate it.
@SpringRubber Thanks for watching and the comment.
@shssweetie90 It's not a perfect world and never will be. Thanks for the comment.
I have watched alot of your videos and I must say, you are very good at what you do. Thank you very much for teaching me in the most simple and informative way.
@malecco1 Glad I was able to help. Thanks for such a great comment, made my day.
Eric, Please keep the videos coming. I enjoy watching your videos and not always because I need to repair stuff, but because you're funny. Thanks much Eric.
@cubcadet1983 I'm happy to help, thanks for the comment.
Hey Eric Thank you i am a broke collage student and your videos are the only good ones on Honda accords you have helped me quite a bit thanks again!
@bequay113 You don't really need air tools to do this job but it helps. A breaker bar and a pipe extension are your best friends with stuff like this. Good luck and thanks for the comment.
@dolc27 Glad I could help, thanks for the comment.
@blackhondaa37 NP, thanks for the comments.